THE Sunshine Coast Council has decided to end the e-bike and e-scooter trial in Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, effective September 30, 2024.
The decision followed a review of community feedback and concerns, with a majority of survey respondents opposing the continuation of the trial.
Sunshine Coast Council group executive for customer and planning services, Shanagh Jacobs, said overall, Council’s team found the trial was undertaken in accordance with the Local Law permit and agreed service levels.
“A report presented to Councillors at the August 2024 Ordinary Meeting highlighted a number of areas identified from the community survey that led to a recommendation not to continue the trial,” Ms Jacobs said.
Safety and regulation issues were among the primary concerns raised by residents.
